Thermal curtains are a solid suggestion, especially with pets around. I've had good luck with those clear window insulation kits—the kind you shrink-w...

I've had my share of foam disasters too, so you're definitely not alone there. One thing I'd add though—acetone can be a bit aggressive, even beyond d...

Had a similar experience with vinyl myself—after about 9 years, the south-facing windows started looking pretty rough. I tried higher-quality vinyl to...

Yeah, totally agree with you there. Towels might seem handy at first, but they're just asking for trouble in the long run. Foam weatherstripping is de...

Yeah, totally agree with you both on the insulation factor. I swapped mine about three years ago, and honestly, the biggest surprise was how much quie...

I've done the drilling method on a basement window before—worked okayish, but honestly, it wasn't a perfect fix. Moisture eventually found its way bac...

I've noticed something similar at around 6,000 ft. We went with krypton-filled windows thinking they'd be a step up from argon, but honestly, the diff...

I've used those window insulation film kits a couple winters now, and honestly, they're pretty decent. First time around, I was skeptical too—seemed l...

I've used interior insulating panels in my home office, and honestly, they're way less hassle than storm windows. No more wrestling with layers or awk...